Selander Center for Engineering Leadership

Leadership development is a central component of the college’s undergraduate education, graduate training, and faculty development. We develop all Cornell Engineers to meet opportunities and challenges with knowledge, experience, insight, and courage, so that when people hear "engineer," they think "leader."

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The Latest

  • April 13: Leadership Certification Program Deadline

    Apply now to be part of the 2025-26 cohort of our highly selective one-year program that will develop your unique capabilities to make an impact on the world and live a life of purpose.

  • Alumni: Volunteer to be a COMPASS Mentor

    Work with engineering students early in their undergraduate experience to help broaden their perspectives and develop professional skills necessary for success as practicing engineers.

Key Initiatives

  • Get Involved

    The Selander Center for Engineering Leadership values our relationships with talented Cornell Engineering alumni who want to make a difference in the lives of our students. Explore our current opportunities for alumni engagement.

  • Meet our Faculty and Staff

    Meet the team who is pioneering the movement to integrate leadership development into all aspects of the Cornell Engineering culture and education.

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Erica Dawson, Assistant Dean and Director of the Selander Center for Engineering Leadership

Contact Us

  • Email

    For general information, email engineering_leaders@cornell.edu.

  • Phone

    For general information, call 607-254-5708.

  • Address

    Our offices are located in the Breazzano Family Center in Collegetown. If you are interested in visiting, please reach out and make an appointment

  • Request Info

    To request more information about any of our programs, please email us at engineering_leaders@cornell.edu. If you can, please name which program your inquiry is about in your subject line.